9A52-2 SMERCH-M
1/35th scale Trumpeter 01020
Hmmmm! Now, here is the dilema???
Two at Once? This is a dilema many of us come across, especially these days with competition as it is - MENG or Trumpeter, Trumpeter or MENG - which one shall I build? Well, the £20 difference in basic costs does make a certain statement and as I already have the Trumpeter Scud-B on the back burner I decided on economy. A lot fewer sprues but much larger and, without sitting down for several hours to count them, the number of parts would look to be similar quantity.
Costs in at £79.99 RRP
Section 1 and 49 parts. Construction of the main chassis - right side
At 322mm long and 20mm/35mm across this is the most important part of the chassis
All jigged up on my Picador Blocks, the chassis is square and true.
Section 2 and a further 25 parts complete phase 2 of the main chassis
At this point, everything fits in extremely well with no surprises.
So far, all parts are well engineered.
The left side-member is not yet glued but is held in place with tape to ensure the cross-members dry correctly.
A few more bits still to add.
Next Time: Remaining Chassis & Engine